FIRS 1407 - Firefighter Certification II Credit

Institution:

Victoria College

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Description:

Prerequisite: Admission into the Firefighting Program One in a series of courses in basic preparation for a new firefighter. Should be taken in conjunction with Firefighter Certification I, III, IV, V, VI, and VII to satisfy the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) curriculum for Basic Structural Fire Suppression, Course #100. The study of basic principles and skill development in handling fire service hose and ladders. Topics include the distribution system of water supply, basic building construction, and emergency service communication, procedures, and equipment. The student will describe hose construction, care, maintenance, and testing; demonstrate hose rolls, drags, carries, and loads; identify the principles of ladder construction, care, and testing; identify the types of water distribution systems and demonstrate proficiency in water supply operations; list the types of construction and building material hazards that affect firefighter safety; state the procedures of receiving alarms, and identify alarm devices, equipment, and radio procedures.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.victoriacollege.edu

Phone Number:

(361) 573-3291

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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